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Craig Finn attends "A New York Evening With Margo Price" at The Greene Space on June 16, 2023 in New York City. Rob Kim/Getty Images hide caption

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Craig Finn of The Hold Steady performs on Mountain Stage. Brian Blauser/Mountain Stage hide caption

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The Hold Steady on Mountain Stage

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SG Lewis. His latest album, times, made our shortlist of the best new releases out on Feb. 19. Jack Bridgland/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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New Music Friday: The Top 8 Albums Out On Feb. 19

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Boston rapper Cousin Stizz. His latest release, Searching For My Next Thrill, is on our shortlist for the best new albums out this week. Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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New Music Friday: Our Top 8 Albums Out On Aug. 16

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Craig Finn: Tiny Desk Concert

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The Hold Steady's fifth album, Heaven Is Whatever, tackles themes of struggle and reward. Mark Seliger hide caption

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The Hold Steady: Smart Lyrics And Rock Riffs

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NPR Listeners Pick The Best Music Of 2008

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